Ordered through uber eats too expensive for what they ordered and forgot my appetizer. We order a side of noddles and they were just a clump. Boxes the food came were burnt and damage and the presentation was ugly. read more

Thai by Thai - Thai Near Me - Sterling, Virginia

3.75 stars Decided to check out a different Thai place outside of the Reston area. This place doesn't have waiter service, you just order and they bring you the food. I went with several co workers, and I ordered the noodle soup with cabbage, eggs and chicken with clear noodles. The broth was quite tasty and flavorful. The veggies tasted fresh and the chicken was all white meat and cooked to the point that it was still moist, not dried out. I decided to add some chili sauce from the table and while it didn't make the meat and veggies hot, it made the broth ridiculously spicy. My lips were on fire at the end...oh well, it was still awesome. This place is a great lunch spot, but with only a few tables, it fills up quick. Also very cheap, my soup and a soda was $9. read more

I am a Thai living in DC area and I 've been really fed up with new Americanized Thai restaurants popping up everywhere in this region. A friend of mine told me about this place and it was such a refreshing discovery. Honestly, I 've always ordered from their menu written in Thai language so I probably can't judge the food in their regular menu (in English) but the food are offered on that menu is one of the most authentic Thai food you can find anywhere in DC area. This is one of the rare Thai restaurants that serve authentic Thai food. The other Thai restaurants that I would recommend for authentic Thai food are: Poh Siam and Thai Square in Arlington, VA. Ruan Thai, Silver spring, MD and Bangkok Garden, Columbia, MD. read more

Prior to Thai by Thai, the restaurant was known as Tup Tim Thai. Then the restaurant underwent a dramatic reformation. The interior was redecorated, it became known as Thai by Thai, it gained an enthusiastic and conscientious new owner, and the menu became fantastic! Thai by Thai has a wonderful and authentic Thai menu with monthly specials. Unlike Thai Luang (Herndon, VA), prices are much more reasonable and the portions are exceptional. The staff and interior is a true joy to befriend and eat with. Our favorite specials are the "Jungle Catfish" and the Kai Rabert ("minced chicken with exploding egg.") Our usual favorites are the Chicken Satay, Chicken Pad Thai, and Chicken Pad Rama. For desert, we love the fried banana (a variation on the fried plantains, turon, we know in Filipino cuisine). To all of our Thai and Filipino family and friends, we'd highly recommend Thai by Thai in Sterling, VA. The quality, price, and portions are unlike any other Thai restaurant in Reston or Herndon, VA. The friendly staff and considerate management make it a wonderful experience. read more

A couple of years ago, I was staying in NoVa to do job interviews after graduating from university. I yelped and found TBT, back when it was a little less spiffy and had the normal vs "special" menu with real Thai hawker dishes. On my first visit with my dude, we ordered the gai raibert, TBT noodle soup Thai spicy with minced chicken and kapow wings. Oh em gee. That was one of THE best Thai hawker meals I've ever had. And it was in Northern Virginia, of all the darn places. I'm from Singapore, a country where we literally wake up and go to sleep eating hawker food. Where we're close enough to Thailand that I've eaten my way through Bangkok/Phuket/all the Koh's and then some. I have not come across any other hawker or restaurant in the world that makes a gai raibert like Thai by Thai. Seriously if you do, tell me, because it's a heck of a lot easier for me to fly there than to find a ride to Silver Lake plaza every year. I also love the TBT noodle soup - it's a well cooked broth, dash of garlic and minced chicken, lots of chilli (though I still add more Chilli padi on top), served piping hot. It's not an uncommon dish in Asia and I have found some worthy comparisons but TBT's version is up there. To this day 5 years later, I visit friend's and/or my alma mater every year and WITHOUT FAIL, I will eat at TBT at least once. Maybe I'm lying to myself because deep inside, perhaps the real reason I come back to VA is for TBT. Heck, I've even ordered the gai raibert to go and brought it with me onto the plane home. Whoever orders spring rolls/pad thai and claims that they are "picky" and that TBT doesn't cut it... maybe you're better off eating those dishes at any run-of-the-mill American restaurant. This is legit and if you can't appreciate that booth seat, I'm happy to take your place. read more

I would never betray Thai by Thai for any other Thai restaurant in the area. I tried another place in Sterling and it just did not compare.... The people who work there are always nice and even if you're standing up at the counter still trying to decide, they're super kind and patient and will wait for you until you're ready. :) The food tastes great, whether you eat in or takeout; most people takeout around here since it's a very busy and go-go type of attitude in this area. Never have had to wait long periods of time for a takeout order when I call in. Shrimp Pad Thai is the bomb. Satay is the bomb. Everything is the bomb. If you find yourself coming here a lot, I would suggest signing up for their point system so you can work towards getting a free meal, or a percentage off your order. I think it just requires your phone number. :-) read more

While home for a mini vaca, I had the pleasure of going out to lunch with an old friend. He asked me if I liked Thai food, I said I don't think I've ever had proper Thai food, but what I've had I liked. He told me to hold on to my panties, because he (and Thai by Thai) were going to take me for a ride. We arrived and before we exited the car he asks me these questions: Do you like chicken? - yes Do you like egg? - yes Do you like rice? - yes In we go and the lady already knows what he's going to have, apparently... he comes here often. He ordered me the same thing, but made sure to tell them not very spicy for me, and extra spicy for him. We sat down, and within about 10 minutes, we had our food. What was placed in front of me looked like something I'd never seen before, and probably would have never tried if it hadn't been for my friend.... but I'll tell you this - it was delicious! I'm glad he told them not very spicy for me, because it was still spicy! It was a lot of food too, I could only eat about 1/3 of it... so lucky for me my friend is a boy with a bottomless pit for a stomach, so he finished mine for me. What IS this chicken/egg/rice dish you ask? It's the Kai Raberd... go get yourself some and go for a ride, I did and ... well ... Yee-Haw! read more

For whatever reason, I only ever eat Thai food for lunch. I don't do it on purpose and I can't say I wouldn't eat it for dinner, it just never works out that way. In addition to that, I'm also not a fan of the mess that usually comes along with a dozen people going out to a "Goodbye Lunch" at work. It's because of these two facts that I feel like Thai by Thai was created just for me. With fast food style ordering at the register, they've managed to keep all the good things about Thai food (read: the food) and left out all the things that can be annoying (read: lunches that take 90 minutes). They've even taken it one step further as they deliver your made-to-order dishes to your table, so you don't have to burn calories standing around waiting for your meal. This is especially awesome when you're the dummy who always ends up paying more than your share in a group check. The food is as good as any other Thai I've had. Many at our large table had something other than the oft-ordered Pad Thai and they all seemed to enjoy their meals. I was, however, saddened to hear they had a special Thai menu when I remembered I can't read Thai. Shame too, cause I bet there are some tasty food stuffs there. If you speak Thai and need a lunch partner, let me know... I'll be the overweight white guy sweating 'cause he wants to prove he can eat it "Thai spicy." read more

I absolutely love this place! I always order the chicken drunken noodles and the fried bananas service is friendly but what makes me give it 5 stars is the amazing food read more

We went to Thai by Thai on a Sunday for take-out. The restaurant is hidden behind some other retail stores, but is in the shopping center right next to Grand Mart off of Route 7. It is fast-food style - you order at a register and then either take your food to go when it is ready or sit down with a number and they bring your food to your table (think Pei Wei). The lady who took our order was polite and friendly. We got 2 entrees and an app salad to share and the total was about $20. We had our food and were on our way in about 15 minutes. The papaya salad was standard Thai fare. It was as you'd expect a papaya salad in a Thai restaurant to be, nothing special but nothing done wrong either. I ate the Thai Sukiyaki with tofu and vegetables. Delicious. The broth was super flavorful - spicy and slightly sweet. I loved it! There was a decent variety of vegetables with lots of yummy thin clear noodles. It was also a larger portion than I anticipated. My friend ate red curry w/ chicken. He thought it was good but commented that he would have liked a bit more heat/spicyness. All in all, a good experience. Casual, inexpensive, good food. We will go back. Side Note: For the vegetarians out there, seems like this place is veg friendly. Almost all menu options (excluding things like pork ribs or ka-prow chicken wings obviously) can be customized to cater to vegetarians. There are vegetarian apps and soup options, and mains can be made with tofu & vegetables. read more

Fast-food like thai food. Not a lot in portion, pat sea ew is pretty salty. Thai tea is yummy, which is a plus. The staff is not as friendly. This place is okay. I only come here when I want to grab a quick bite to eat. read more

I do have to say I'm impressed with this place. I have stopped by twice now and both times I have not new disappointed. I was a little weary about the whole casual dining thing. Order first, pay, then wait for food. I love Pad Thai so I just ordered that with chicken. What surprised me was the price compared to the serving size. The portion was actually larger and cheaper than most places. Their prices are the same price for either lunch or dinner. I've been to other Thai places and their dinner portions are much smaller and 2-3+ dollars more. The service here is fast, people are friendly, and most important their Chicken Pad Thai is great. I'm sure I will be back. read more

Having been spoiled by the awesome food that dominates much of the Southern California landscape, I was a bit skeptical of trying Asian restaurants in an area where Asians make up the minority of the population. However, after a week in Virginia I did long for Asian food so my gf convinced me to give this establishment a shot. Found easily off Highway 7, the parking situation was pretty easy considering it was a Monday and near rush hour lunch time. How it works is this: 1) There is no hostess standing by. You keep to the left and order your food with the cashier 2) The cashier will then give you a number and plastic cups (if you wanted water or soda) and then you get your own available table 3) The waitress brings you your food and that's that. When you are done you leave your plates on the table 4) Soda refills are thankfully free and they take credit cards I ordered the chicken Pad See Ewe and also an order of Chicken Satay. Oddly enough, this place doesn't serve beef satay unlike almost all Thai restaurants in California. While the chicken satay was passable, the Pad See Ewe was delicious and piping hot. The portion size does leave a little to be desired unfortunately, but then again I am spoiled having lived in California my entire life. Thai by Thai is easily an above-average option serving up reasonably priced and tasty food. This restaurant is an easy choice when you are looking for local Asian eats. read more

not sure why so many reviewers here gave 4+. I thought it was worse than mediocre, and nothing so special about them. it took more than 15 min to get my food yet they weren't even that busy as it was before 12pm. ice Thai tea was full of ice instead of Thai tea. there was few drops of fish sauce from earlier customers on some tables and chairs which clearly shows how sloppy they are in cleaning tables. seafood H1 had frozen shrimp in it and the sauce tasted bland. read more

Thai by Thai - Thai tea full of ice - Thai Near Me - Sterling, Virginia

****3.5 Stars***** You walk in and order your food very much like a fast food restaurant (or Pei Wei) as described below. Once you finish your order, you are given a number and head to your seat. The restaurant is bright and clean, but seating can be limited, so beware. The waitress/food delivery person brings out your food fairly quickly. Typically they are good at bringing your appetizers separately from your entrees (today was an exception, I got both at once.) I, being a big fan of Pad Thai, went with the Chicken Satay appetizer and Chicken Pad Thai. The Satay was excellent, very moist and very flavorful. The pad Thai comes out with a big serving of crushed peanuts and extra limes, just the way I like it. My only complaint would be that the Pad Thai tends to be a bit dry. You have to remember when you eat here, that Thai by Thai really is a fast food version of Thai, so the meals come out very quickly and probably arent as wonderful as a more traditional Thai sit down restaurant. But for what Thai by Thai is, it easily gets 3.5 stars from this lady :D Beware the Serving Sizes are HUGE read more

I can't believe this pandemic and inflation cause the prices gone up so much. I used to order was $28 now is $40. Companies are taking advantage of their customers. CMON read more

On a scale of 1 to 10 this is 2.5. I am shocked this place can even stay in business. We ordered four entrees - not one was "good". Mediocre is my most favorable description, disgusting and inedible at best for others. They were that bad. Really, don't waist your time, effort, or money on this place - ugh. Pad Thai - I couldn't eat it (how do you screw this up) we paid for extra shrimp and only got chicken. It was also disgusting. Ginger Beef thing - portion was about 1/4 the size you'd get elsewhere... This was the "good" one. All Panang Curry - what the what?! NO Etc etc etc gross! read more

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Good Thai food at affordable prices with a fast casual concept. The staff and service were pleasant, but I did feel like the man at the register was a bit brusque. The food came out really fast, so we were pleased with that. I was pleasantly surprised at the atmosphere of the place. There's a really nice ambiance, and the decor is quite trendy. We ordered Chicken Garden Rolls for the appetizer, which was okay but not really memorable. I got the Kai Rabert after seeing many reviews mention this dish. It was my first time trying it, and honestly, I was a bit underwhelmed. One pro was the portion was huge - you get a ton of rice and minced chicken for the price, and I was definitely full just eating half of it. However, I felt like the flavor was very flat and one-dimensional. There wasn't much variety to the dish, and I got tired of it after a while. Additionally, it was too salty for my personal taste. I tasted some of my boyfriend's Panang Curry, and I also found the curry to be a smidge too salty for my taste but otherwise it was really yummy and I preferred it to my own dish. We also tried the Thai Tea, which was delicious and came in a cute little mason jar. Overall, I had an average dining experience, but I'd probably chalk it up to just ordering a dish that didn't suit my taste palette. I'd rate it 3.5 stars, but round it up because I'm interested in trying some of their other dishes. I've got my eye on the drunken noodles and their secret menu dishes. read more

I tried this place a while ago, but I haven't gone back, which I think says a lot since I don't know of many Thai places near my parents' house. Hit with a craving for some Pad See Ew, I picked up some carryout from Thai by Thai. The "Thai fast food" approach was new to me, but I was okay with it in principle. The food just wasn't that good though. The spring rolls were extremely greasy; I didn't eat both of them. The Pad See Ew was mostly okay, but was a bit bland. Overall I wasn't very impressed. Like I said, I haven't found a great Thai place around there, but instead of settling for Thai-by-Thai, I just find myself opting for a different cuisine. read more

First off... what a cute name. Real food from real Thai people? The name kept reminding me of "Side by Side".... which is exactly how my friend and I were as we hunted for lunch. My friend and I was in the area for business, and we were looking for grub.... grub that was more than just a Subway sandwich or McDonald's. We came here and were pleasantly surprised at our find. The food is absolutely delicious, it occured to me that it wasn't at all "Americanized." The interior is fresh and bright. We were immediately brought back to our days of Mom-N-Pop restaurants in Cal Berkeley. The workers don't use perfect English, and are so kind, gracious, and friendly. You go to the counter to order food, get a number placard to put on your table, you seat yourself, and the food comes to you! When you want to box yummy leftovers, the restaurant is one step ahead of you and has to-go containers for your taking! We got 3 dishes: some noodle dish, curry, and another which I've forgotten... all came to a total of $30 or thereabouts. It's too bad this place is so far away from home =) PROS: - delicious food at a great price CONS: - had to go to the counter if you needed something (not a big deal for me personally) read more

I've dined in and taken out food and it's always really yummy. And the wait isn't too long for either. The chicken pad Thai is flavorful and the portion is good. The Thai dumplings are also good if your looking for a tasty appetizer. The location is good too. Though it is a little small and you might have to wait for a table in you're dining in. read more

I can't believe this place has 4 stars. Eat here if you like bland food that taste nothing like it's supposed to. The Panang curry tasted nothing like Panang and I'm pretty sure the ingredients were all frozen. My dad had a Tom khan soup and didn't like it either. Don't bother if you're into authentic Thai cuisine. read more

I am livid. How does someone forget to put the peanut sauce on the "Pad Thai"... every time I go to this place they're always cheap with their stuff if I get a "Thai iced tea" they fill the cup up and add maybe 3 ounces of the actual tea inside. I have given this place chance after chance they need to step their game up their food is actually good but I am so pissed at how dry my pad Thai is that's the most common thing to get it's not hard to mess up seriously. read more

Really good Thai food in the area, especially when you ask them for the spicy version of their dishes. Bangkok hot is very close to the real thing. Fan of their green curry, fried shrimp and pad thai read more

It's real Thai food, and it's fast and cheap. (Cooking most Thai dishes at home actually is a pretty quick process, so you're not really missing much by going here versus a sit down place.) My mom (who is Thai) and I go here all the time when we're too lazy to make something at home because of all the ingredients that go into many dishes. Everyone who works there is Thai and speaks it. The decor is very hip and it's always immaculate. It's a nice little place. (I should mention that expensive fine dining and Thai don't really go hand in hand. If you're looking for some sort of Thai fusion place that reinvents Thai food, this isn't the place for you. If you want to taste something authentic, similar to what you'd get from a street vendor in Bangkok, this is it.) read more

Got a takeaway Pad See Ew during prime dinner-time on a Thursday evening. It was pretty empty actually - only two in-store diners and some takeaway orders. I ordered a Pad See Ew with beef to go. Took about 10 minutes to get the order ready (there was a larger order ahead of mine). People are correct that the portion is a little light for $9, but I'm not complaining too much. The noodles were fine, the broccoli was cooked fine, and the beef was fine. Nothing too outstanding/memorable about the dish. Needs to have more sear on the ingredients (maybe a higher cooking temp). I added my own Sriracha to spice it up. Need to try other menu items, but for now, it's A-OK as a takeaway option. read more

We just moved to the area and our Dr. (who is Thai) recommended this place when we asked him what his favorite Thai restaurant was. Now, its our favorite Thai restaurant too. We had the Veggie Pad Thai and Crispy Shrimp Basil and for dessert the Mango sticky rice. Everything was delicious! Definitely coming back and becoming a regularly here. read more

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I eat here at least once a week for lunch and love their food. Ingredients are always fresh and everything I've had has been excellent. I'm especially fond of the crab fried rice but their pad Thai and cashew chicken are favs as well. Thai by Thai is definitely an inexpensive lunch or dinner with great appetizers, entrees and deserts. read more

Edit: ever since the recent managrment change, quality control has gone down in my opinion. More oily and less robust flavor. I ordered carryout for lunch, and Thai by Thai does not disappoint! Friendly service and great food to go. Shrimp fried rice and drunken noodles were excellent. Juicy shrimp, and the fried rice was savory. Scrumptious fat drunken noodles. Fresh Thai basil and chilis. The two carryout dishes were stellar! read more

We pretty much love this place!! It's our perfect go to for a quick meal that's not fast food!! I've been going here for years and turned my hubby into a believer! The drunken noodles is the best I've ever had....and although its not on the menu, the fried chive cakes are really really good!!! read more

Good news. You can still get the delicious Kai Raberd if you know how to ask for it! I tried it few times after it was no longer on the special menu and voila, my very own special secret dish was ready for me to pick up in 15 mins or less! (After I posted this) - I was there the other day and they have a sign for Kai Reberd by the cash register. Yay! No more trying hard to remember what that dish is called again (that is until the sign disappears...) read more

I want to give it a 3.5. Okay, everything is very very good. I like the walk-up counter and you order your food. They will bring it to the table. The spring rolls are crispy and the size of a cigar. We ordered the drunken noodles with beef---very tasty, a bit spicy with lots of Thai basil. Deiish! Tom Yong Goong soup--perfectly seasoned and served with slices of tomato, cliantro and nice plump shrimp. Also, we ordered the kids satay which includes: two pieces of toast, peanut dipping sauce, two small chicken skewers and some rice. My daughter loved it! Finally, we ordered the crispy chicken. Crispy but lacked any flavor and drowned in a sweet sauce served with limp broccoli florets. ICK. Service was fine and dinner for the 3 of us was $33. We will go back. Place is clean and pleasant. read more

Our family has dine and take out both number of times. We love the food. I am a vegetarian while rest of the family is not. They have ample of choices. If you are looking for fast food sort of Thai place this is the place. read more

Glad this place is close to where I live! The best Thai in this area. read more

I never would have tried Thai by Thai if it weren't for Yelp! I was thinking about trying Thai Basil after they Bobby Flay Throwdown but the Yelp reviews were mixed so I looked for some place else and decided to try Thai by Thai. I am glad that I did! I ordered the Dumpling appetizer and, based on Vivian C.'s review, The Kai Rabert. The dumplings were light and tasty. The dipping sauce may have been a little sweet but it was very good. But the Kai Rabert stole the show! I've never had anything like it at any other Thai restaurant. If you haven't tried it, it is a bed of white rice topped with fried eggs and ground chicken in a spicy sauce. I ordered it hot and the spice level was just right for me. The best part of the Kai Rabert was breaking into the egg yolk and having the gooey goodness mix with the chicken and rice. Incredible! read more

Went here based on a friend's recommendation. The food is excellent! Restaurant is small and the employees are very helpful and friendly. They have a "special" menu that can be requested containing non-typical Thai restaurant dishes, a definite must. Tried the Drunken noodles and Grill Squid appetizer. Great food. Great Value! read more

Delicious affordable Thai. The Pad Kaprow is a little soupy, but full of flavor. Be aware that those things that look like green beans aren't all green beans. Some are though. For a real treat, try the crispy basil salmon. Its amazing! read more

I've been there 3 days in a row last week. I loveeee Thai food and been to a lot of Thai restaurant, but so far green curry at Thai by Thai has been the best curry I've had in a long time. I've always picked up my food after calling in but usually I can pick up in 10-15 mins. ( I call around 5pm) Phone ordering has been pleasant so far and I had no problem with their service so far. Try their shrimp green curry and pad thai. My friend also recommends the suki-yaki. read more

This place is hidden in an unassuming shopping center. I thought it was new but the lady told me they have been open for a few years. Food is consistently good and flavorful. The food comes out steaming hot and fresh. I've tried a lot of the menu and haven't been disappointed yet. Portions are a good size. Interior is clean and the staff is very friendly. Way better than Busara and Thai Luang in my opinion! read more

Well it was snowing like crazy last night, but we managed to get to Thai by Thai for dinner. Walking in, you realize that it isn't like your typical restaurant. In fact, it is set up kind of like a hybrid Chipotle/Red Robin. You go up to the counter, place your order, and you grab a seat (probably a money saver in this economy). I ordered the kee mao. Thai by Thai offers 5 levels of spice for their dishes, with number 5 being "Bangkok hot." So I ordered the kee mao made this way. While it may have no looked it, it was very hot (we're talking weapons-grade kee mao, which is the way I like it). I also ordered a Thai iced tea, which was better than most places I have had, since it wasn't horribly sweet. It also helped kill the burn from the kee mao. I'd like to come here again so I can try the other dishes they offer. read more

Thai by Thai - Drunken Noodles (Kee Mao) Bangkok hot will destroy you! - Thai Near Me - Sterling, Virginia